University of Missouri defensive lineman Michael Sam, the Southeastern Conference's reigning defensive player of the year, revealed he is gay to multiple media outlets Sunday and could be the first openly homosexual NFL player if he is drafted in May.

Sam is expected to be an early-round pick in the draft, and he said in an interview with ESPN on Sunday that he isn't worried about the reaction from future teammates. A 6-foot-2,...

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ESPN "Outside the Lines" producer Greg Amante was there for the interview when University of Missouri defensive lineman Michael Sam revealed that he is gay. Mr. Amante joins the News Hub with the NFL is ready for an openly gay player. Photo: Getty Images.